(HUNTINGBURG) - There are still 8 openings for the Indiana Hunter Education Course is slated for Friday, February 19th and Saturday February 20th, at the Huntingburg Conservation Club House.

Classes will run from 5:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Friday 19th and from 7:45 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday 20th. Participants must attend both days to complete the course.

All Indiana residents are invited to complete this FREE course.

All instruction will be by Indiana conservation officers and certified Indiana volunteer hunter education instructors. Certification is required for anyone born after December 31, 1986, who wishes to purchase an Indiana hunting license. The course will cover ethics, safety, laws, survival and safe handling practices for archery, black powder and firearms.

Lunch and snacks will be provided for participants and attending family members. Meals provided will include a snack on Friday along with lunch and dinner Saturday. The cost is $15 for the first family member and $10 for every member after that to cover the cost of food. Parent's participation is encouraged! A parent or guardian must attend with children under 12 years of age.